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This is not DIRECTLY applicable to Diabetes Mellitus, but many PWDs (people with diabetes) have this as a co-morbid mental health and medical problem. Many others have it and don't know or suspect they have it. Fewer than half of Americans with bipolar disorder are properly diagnosed and treated, recent research shows. Could you spot bipolar symptoms – in yourself or in someone close to you? See this article on the subject ~ http://www.everydayhealth.com/health-report/b...

I know several folks who have BiPolar disorder, and I suspect others of having it.

This is not to denigrate folks who have it or who are suspected of having it, but is instead intended to help people who may have it and not know it to urge them to get diagnosed and get some help for their lives.

I am addicted to this feed! As a refresher - I suffered with migraines, hypoglycemic seizures, extreme moodiness, depression, social anxiety, fatigue, rapid on-set REM, narcolepsy (very mild), and a variety of other mental issues that resulted in ZERO social relationships. My husband and my kids were the only people I could tolerate and that could tolerate me. I started juicing and avoiding gluten and sugars / carbs…and changed a few other things in my diet- and have had AMAZING results. After talking to my mother-in-law…who is severely bi-polar, she implemented some dietary changes (basically a hypoglycemic diet) and has changed for the better. I had the first conversation with her (in 17 years), and my husband talked to her for the third time in his life after she started this. Candida diet - it's on-line everywhere. But, "they" are finding that Candida (yeast / fungus / mold) is in our systems from meat (antibiotics fed to animals), sugar, gluten, grains, wheat, certain nuts, dairy, our own antibiotic rx…the list goes on and on. I can't describe to you all the changes that this has made in my life. Please just look up Candida - there are tons of great videos and research. Of course, everyone is different, and everyone is affected differently - but this was my major health problem! Apparently, our hypothalamus is regulated by blood sugar - the hypothalamus regulates hunger, thirst, moods, relationship behaviors, parenting behaviors, sleep patterns, etc. So…after doing research on how blood sugar affects the hypothalamus, and how Candida affects blood sugar and our body…I was convinced. Seriously, I can't describe the difference. No one should live in a fog, suffering, depressed, or in pain (mental or physical). I know this isn't everyone's problem - but if I could just help one person…I would feel blessed.

Bipolar disorder runs very heavy in my immediate family including my ex husband and his family members as well. It's not a crime to admit that u have problems and need help for them. I know the signs and symptoms very well and u feel like ur living on a rollercoaster ride with ur loved ones because u want to be able to help them and can't.

Diabetics often have mood swings. I found that many of mine went away when I added a supplement to my daily regimen. Also, men can struggle with NPD which is almost always not diagnosed and understood very little by most counsellors

Back in late 2011, I sought help for clinical depression. The psychiatrist tested my B12 levels and found they were very low. I started getting B12 shots and taking a daily sub-lingual B12 vitamin and, within 6 months, I was back to my old self and was discharged from his care. Have your B12 levels been checked?

When I was in real deep depression (used to describe it that I was "in the basement digging holes") I never felt crazy. In fact I would insist that I was quite sane.

However you might have a mild form of BiPolar disorder, as there are definitely different kinds ( see ~ http://www.webmd.com/bipolar-disorder/guide/b... ) I would refer you to your mental health professional for more info and perhaps to see if you might be affected with this disorder in some form. I know reading the article to which I just linked, got me thinking that perhaps I may have one of the milder forms myself.

For all those who need help managing Bi-Polar or any similar ailment and those that believe in or would open up to Alterative Therapy please let me try to help you, I have had great success in this field.I am a Usui Reiki Crystal Therapy Practitioner just contact me saying you are a D sufferer and what you wish to have help with to "johndee6@hotmail.com" you have nothing to loose but could have a life to regain, This is NOT in replacement to your own medical instructions I work along side them.Stay safe Dee (Topaz) xxx

How do you do Reiki remotely? I have done it in person with direction from a practitioner on my husband when we didn't know what else to do. It worked well, and I was surprised at how I felt the release of his energy. But I didn't think you could do something like that without it being in person.

I do it with my mind and with the power of the Archangels also crystals I use the crystals appertaining to client DOB ect: the Bi-polar crystals, it takes many hrs to prepare for it on the set date and time both of us light the colour candle of the day relax to gentle music (I use meditation music)holding the crystals running them through the crystals in a meditation mode I can see the client and give them the healing, takes a good undisturbed hour.Hope that has explained your query Gabby-I don't do hands on healing as I don't like to risk passing my ailments on to others.Stay Safe x

Jame I agree with you. There are so many people walking around who may not know they are bipolar. I think like diabetes, there is a far worse stigma attached to mental illness.

Mental illness is nothing to be ashamed of. Unfortunately many families won't accept mental illness and will not help their family members until their problems get to the point help is needed. I agree people should get tested and treated.

I use to suffer from Major Depression and Anxiety. I have Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. One day while talking with my therapist I decided that the depression and anxiety was getting on my nerves. I got tired of it. With hard work, the help of my therapist, I learned what to do about the depression and anxiety. I was able to get off the drugs used to treat my depression and anxiety and I never looked back. I still have moments but they don't last more than a week before I can get back on track. Once I decided that I was not going to live the rest of my life with depression and anxiety, my life became much better.

I have been diagnosed with major depression, not bipolar, but it would not surprise me to find that depression and bipolar disorders are somehow linked with diabetes.I juggle medications for those two with meds for high blood pressure and allergies. Sometimes it is hard to know what any particular symptom might mean—is it because of blood sugar? depression? medications? allergy symptoms? etc.Biggest example of this month-fatigue. Allergies make you tired. Allergy meds make you tired. Blood sugar irregularities, anemia,depression, etc., etc., etc.All I KNOW is, I feel tired

I have come to the conclusion that the reason that it is hard to know what a particular symptom might mean is that we are humans and have baffling symptoms. That is why it is important to get those symptoms checked our by a MD who can run tests and can often ask questions which reveal a symptom which may be hidden to us.

Hi James am so pleased to be off all D medication as I am back to my own laid back loveable self not the ranting raving fishwife I was on them,It wasn't until after I realise what a horrible person I was screaming all sorts to my poor husband.I must admit that it did teach me not to sit and take any "red tape" crap and not to be put down, so I have fortunately emerged a stronger person.Stay safe xxx

I TRULY UNDERSTAND WHAT YOU MEAN BOTH,MY HUSBAND AND I, ARE SEVERLY BIPOLAR AND WITH OUR OTHER ILLNESS' IT MAKES THINGS REALLY CHALLEGING SOMETIMES BUT I AM HERE IF ANYONE JUST NEEDS SOMEONE TO TALK TO , DON'T KEEP IT INSIDE IT ONLY MAKES IT WORSE I KNOW FROM EXPIERIENCE ! GOD BLESS YOU ALL!

Hi there James, you have launched an interesting discussion here! But are you sure that this cannot not be directly linked to DM? Some researchers and health practitioners would assert that there is a common metabolic component linking DM and the bipolar spectrum of disorders, and BOTH may be reversed through adopting ketogenic nutrition (I tend to avoid the term diet as much as possible) http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23030231http://www.diabetes.co.uk/news/2011/Apr/high-...

Also, amino acid therapy may be employed in the reversal of the bipolar spectrum of disorders http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/10/... Of course, more research is necessary, and a qualified, experienced health professional should be sought when seeking to undertake these routes - but these look promising..

Speaking about a low-carb diet and preventing chronic diseases like diabetis 2, look at this recommendation from Linus Pauling Institute (LPI) in conjunction with Oregon State University:http://lpi.oregonstate.edu/lpirx2.html

If we followed their advice and ate SIX servings of GRAINS, we would have no place for other food!!! I am a member of this Institute and they sent me a printed version of this FOOD PIE. I am going to cancel my membership based on this pie!!!

LPI's pie is and example of SAD (Standard American Diet). Because of these plant based foods AKA carbs, we have so many health problems…Such a prestigious organization and such a poor understanding of what carbs can do to a healthy person—-make him sick!

LPI's pie is an improvement comparing to the official new food pie by FDA:http://myplate.gov/that does not have any fats and it shows MORE than 100% (see that little diary circle?). Also, FDA's pie mixed the terms. Either we use proteins, fats and carbs or meats, veggies, fruits, etc…

The more you look, the more you'll find. Now, I know I'm not 100% balanced, but, I'm having a good time, with no harm being caused. Seriously, I dislike labels, unless it has to do with a very serious problem, that is robbing one of quality in life.

I know several people who have BPD and one of them was my "Jem's" best friend from grade school. She did have a great job as a hospital runner in the medical department, but her BPD would get her in interpersonal conflicts and eventually got her fired. She is unable to find work and her husband spends his weekends on his motorcycle doing long distance runs. "C" is suspicious that her hubby ("A") is seeing another woman on these runs and I wouldn't be surprised if the next time I call C (I like to keep in touch) that one or the other has filed for divorce.

So unless I nave mistaken your posting, I would say that has to do a lot with quality of life.

I received this link in my e-mail, and almost posted it myself. I agree that the article mentions some possibilities, and info worth being aware of and alerted to. On the other hand, labels can be dangerously devastating, especially when there is a mis-diagnoses involved. Also an inaccurate judgmental conclusion especially by an unqualified individual could have negative, and far reaching consequences. So, what I apparently did not clarify in my post was that there should be a great deal of caution exercized, when it comes to this subject in general. I firmly believe this inclusion to be a positive addition to an informative post.

I never knew these things were linked to being bi-polar. I would think they were just bad life choices. I have spurts of spending, specially after I have been very restrictive for a long time. But it usually only lasts one day. But it is something to look at.

Just this one facet of BPD does not a Dx make, Gabby. I believe that the kind of spending which to which is referred is spending that gets the sufferer into financial hot water and may necessitate bankruptcy or other financial assistance.

Hi James, Yes I noticed these symptoms right away and got treated for bipolar disease. My doc says I have bipolar depression but now I hear there is no such thing anymore. Well whatever it is,it is Just treat it !!It took quite awhile to get just the right meds for me but now I'm in the pink !!

Thanks James! Our youngest son, now 27, is bipolar, and I found this article very informative. Here is another link from the Everyday Health group that may help.http://www.everydayhealth.com/health-report/b...Our son is a constant challenge & is unable to support himself. He is seeing a doctor through the local Mental Health, Mental Retardation group and is on medications. But with his other disabilities, ADHD and neurofibromatosis and our ages, 66 and 70, I'm not sure how much longer we can give him the care he needs.

Hey, I know, we should ship him to you! LOL Seriously, thanks for the link.

Thank you jaybee for ur input… I'll be sure to check it out for my daughter is bipolar and severe adhd and has other emotional/behavioral problems and disorders so I pray this will help me be able to get further help for my daughter. God bless!

I completely agree with you, my friend. Even diagnosed, bipolar disorder can be devastating to a family.

The person with the disorder must be willing to actively participate in the diagnosis and treatment, which doesn't come easily to some, if any, of those afflicted. Then, when medication helps with symptoms, they must continue,taking them. Unfortunately, sometimes they mistakenly stop taking the meds, because they think they no longer need them.

I know from first hand experience this disorder can lead to suicide and I urge anyone who suspects they or a loved one may have bipolar disorder to seek professional help.

My ex is bipolar but not diabetic. Her mood swings were beyond PMS and went from one extreme to the other. She also suffered from some paranoia as well. But her bipolar disorder had been medically diagnosed and she was taking meds for it. But more often than not she would skip her meds or just not bother to take them at all. She also liked her afternoon cocktails which would further exacerbate or trigger her disorder. I tried being supportive, but when a partner becomes the brunt or target of a near-daily bipolar-induced tirade it becomes very tough to cope with someone so disordered. And that's why she's my "ex".

I totally understand u chef… my ex is exactly the same as ur ex and would refuse to take his meds because he didnt like the way they made him feel… I and my daughter both were severely abused by him on a daily basis and so I couldn't take it anymore and am now divorced from him will be 9 years on my birthday July 7th next month. The judge was kind enough to set me free sort of speak for my birthday.

The study indicated that "Compared to the other 10 countries studied, the United States had the highest rate of bipolar disorder…" Is the reason for that genetic or environmental? Could diet play a role in bi-polar disorder?

Chuck, there could be a number of factors in play here and sorting those out could be a real mindbender. It COULD be that the USA has more abliity to Dx these disorders, or more impetus from Big Pharma to Dx these mental health disorders for which they just happen to have a "solution" in their newest drug. Diet, of course could play a role as could environmental factors like the spraying of fields with chemicals fo kill bugs and/or weeds.

jim what do you think? I dontr buy that therot ..mental illness …while it is chemical…I know I was born with all mine. not trying to be rude.. just havent seen anything that makes be think that theroy could be it.

Vi, I believe it to be chemical somehow, but is caused by our brain chemicals being out of whack. As far as what causes the brain chemicals to go out of whack I suspect that it would be multifactoral and may be caused by stress or by environmental factors like bug spray and weed spray.

While I m not going to say that impossible…Ive learned alot is possible : ( but I believe I was born with my chemical imbalances., in my brain .I was were born with my brain out of whack… just my thoughts..

I have the exact same problems as u do vrswesley;-) I'd be happy to chat with u when needing to vent or just to talk… I know I can use a few more friends who understand what I have to live with on a daily basis… god bless;-)

This is one of the things I love about this site. I'm always learning new things. I'm currently trying to get diagnosed for muscle weakness and a 'foggy' brain. MS was mentioned and dismissed (very hard to diagnose). Trying to get a sleep study, but insurance doesn't want to pay! Nevertheless, I get up each day and function as best I can. I refuse to let health get me down!!

Please let me know what you think. I believe that the good guys might be on to something here. I've been researching supplements and "treatments" and diets for about 6 months now. I would love to hear your thoughts on it. Another lady said that she was treated for cancer in Mexico - she was shown the cancer after surgery (actually during, as she wasn't put to sleep for it) and it looked like fungus. Almost like a mushroom or something. I think gluten and moldy foods - and sugar / carbs (processed) might be doing WAAAAAY more harm that we could even imagine! Please watch the videos…and read up. I would love to hear back on your opinion.

Hi.sleep studies have really changed last couple years. If you are overweight, snore, tired all the time, etc, you are in line for sleep study. You can do them at home now, far cheaper. One company is $249/289 for a test. While a in pt studyis the gold standard, these others far moreCheaper and will give you some dire

Thanks for the info! I can't find the money, it's just fighting with Medicaid. Overweight with a history of apnea, and overnight oxygen issues. I resent jumping through hoops. In the long run we SAVE money for insurance companies by getting healthier. Really ticks me off